A three-piece suit requires equal parts style and confidence. Too little of either and you run the risk of looking like you’re playing a gangster in a high school play. The style was prominent in the fall collections of perennial American designers such as Tommy Hilfiger, Donna Karan and John Varvatos. The modernity comes by way of simple patterns, refined fabrics and a lean, more streamlined fit.
1. DKNY Jacket, $495, vest, $195 and trousers $175, available at Bloomingdales.
* Shirt: DSquared2, $245.
* Shoes: Jack Purcell, $70.
* Watch [left]: Invicta pro divers watch, $285, at amazon.com.
2. Tommy Hilfiger suit, $595, at Tommy Hilfiger stores
* Shirt: Band of Outsiders broadcloth shirt, $265, and tie, $125.
* Belt: Salvatorre Ferragamo, $220.
* Hat: Straw fedora, $55.
* Shoes: “Grafton” wingtips, $610.
3. John Varvatos suit, $1,595; vest, $365; at John Varvatos stores and johnvarvatos.com.
* Shirt: Band of Outsiders yarn-dyed oxford, $215
* Tie: Band of Outsiders eagle club tie, $125.
* Shoes: Blackstone, $229.
* Sunglasses: Aviators by Tom Ford, $280.
